GROW by Design

Are you still figuring out your prices as you go? Or are you the only person in your business who knows how to put an estimate together? In this episode of Grow My Design, we break down how to build a pricing system that grows with your business. From calculating your operating costs and understanding your profit margins to separating material costs from labor and creating repeatable estimate temp...

What if the challenges you’re facing aren’t happening to you, they’re happening for you? In this episode of Grow By Design, we dive into the power of perseverance and why the hardest seasons of business and life can become the greatest opportunities for growth. From completing a 100-mile ultramarathon to navigating business setbacks, we explore how changing your perspective, embracing difficult ch...

In business, it’s easy to get trapped in the daily to-do list and spend your time reacting to whatever comes next. But not every task has the same impact. In this episode, we break down the power of prioritization and execution, how to identify the work that actually keeps customers, creates new customers, solves problems, and moves the business forward. From responding to sales opportunities quic...

Business growth comes from solving bigger problems. In this episode, we explore why entrepreneurs and teams must continually take on new challenges to increase their impact, create more value, and grow their businesses. From improving team compensation to tackling increasingly complex problems, discover why growth requires you to keep moving forward.

When business feels overwhelming, it can be easy to see pressure, uncertainty, financial stress, and setbacks as signs that you're about to break. But what if those moments are actually building you? In this short, punchy episode, the focus is on reframing the hardest moments in business. The pressure you're experiencing isn't necessarily happening to you, it may be shaping you into the person cap...

Are you constantly busy but still feel like you're not making meaningful progress? In this episode of Grow By Design, we dive into one of the most powerful productivity systems every entrepreneur and business owner should master: time management through intentional prioritization. You'll learn why being busy doesn't equal being productive, how time blocking can transform your daily workflow, and t...

Every business owner will eventually deal with a difficult client—but the real value comes from what those experiences teach you. In this episode of Grow By Design, we break down the biggest lessons learned from one of the most challenging landscaping projects ever taken on. From identifying red flags and setting clear payment terms to handling change orders, improving communication, and standing...

Every business owner will eventually face a difficult client. In this episode of Grow by Design, Jacob shares the story of his most challenging project and the lessons it taught him about leadership, pricing, contracts, communication, and trusting your instincts. Whether you're in landscaping, construction, or any service business, these real-world experiences can help you avoid costly mistakes an...

What would you do if you had to start over with no employees, no reputation, and only $5,000?In this episode of Grow By Design, Jacob breaks down the exact 90-day plan he would follow to build a service business from the ground up. From finding your first customers and securing your first job to networking, marketing, hiring your first employee, and creating momentum, this episode is a practical r...

Growing a service business isn't just about getting more customers—it's about getting the right customers in the right locations. In this episode, we break down how route density increases profitability, strengthens recurring revenue, creates marketing opportunities, and boosts the long-term value of your company. Learn why maintenance accounts can become one of your most powerful growth assets.

In this episode of Grow by Design, we dive into the dangerous comfort of complacency in business, relationships, and personal growth. Success isn’t something you earn once — it requires constant effort, evolution, and accountability. If you’ve been feeling stuck, burned out, or frustrated by a lack of progress, this episode is your reminder that someone else is always willing to work for what you’...

In this episode of Grow By Design , we break down why the “perfect CRM” is not the real answer for service business owners. Instead of chasing software, learn how to build the right systems around lead management, estimating, job costing, dispatching, and team execution so your business can scale with clarity and control.

If you don’t understand your numbers, you don’t understand your business—period. In this episode, we break down how to simplify budgeting, calculate real costs, and build profitable pricing without overcomplicating the process. Learn how to stop guessing, avoid costly mistakes, and make smarter decisions that actually grow your business.

Feeling stuck or overwhelmed in your business? This episode breaks down how 90-day planning can bring clarity, focus, and real results. Learn how to turn big goals into simple daily actions, prioritize what truly matters, and start stacking wins every single day. If you’re ready to stop guessing and start growing, this is for you.

Running a business but not seeing growth? The truth might be simple: doing the same thing over and over while expecting different results will keep your business stuck. In this video, we talk about why businesses fail when they refuse to evolve, how outdated processes slow growth, and why adapting to new technology, systems, and strategies is critical for long-term success. You’ll learn: Why stayi...

In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face: juggling family and business. Building a business requires sacrifice, long hours, and constant decision-making. But if you're not careful, the pursuit of growth can slowly start taking away from the very reason you started in the first place, your family. In this conversation, we talk honestly about the reality of entr...

In this episode of Grow By Design, we break down how service business owners can increase revenue without constantly chasing new customers. Learn practical upselling strategies, mindset shifts, and value-driven sales techniques that help lawn care, landscaping, home service, and contractor businesses sell more while better serving their clients. Discover how recognizing opportunities on every job,...

Growing your business isn’t about chasing more leads, bigger jobs, or the next shiny “hack". It’s about one thing most business owners overlook: the client experience. In this episode, I break down how focusing on your client’s journey - from the first call to final payment and everything in between - creates a compounding snowball effect that drives real growth. We cover: Why “client first” doesn...

In this episode of Grow by Design, we break down why great employees really leave—and how leadership, culture, and hiring decisions directly impact turnover and growth. We cover culture killers, accountability, career paths, and what business owners must fix to build teams that scale and stay.

In this episode of Grow by Design, I break down my biggest business mistake of the year: overspending on marketing without alignment, tracking, and accountability. We talk about why “more ads” isn’t the answer, how fragmented marketing kills results, and the systems every business owner must have in place before spending another dollar. If you’re a service business owner investing in marketing—or...

In this episode, I break down why pain is unavoidable—but suffering is optional. We dive into hard truths about leadership, accountability, scaling service businesses, management failures, efficiency, marketing struggles, and building a company that can survive the next economic cycle. I also share personal lessons from fitness, mindset work, Tony Robbins events, and the perspective shifts that ch...

In this short but important episode, I dive into the reason behind this decision and share a message that applies to every business owner: sometimes doing more doesn’t move you forward, it spreads you thin. I reflect on what it means to overcommit, how that affects leadership and life, and the power of evaluating what truly drives results. If you’ve been grinding nonstop and feel like you’re skimm...

Today I talk about the brutal, unfiltered reality of my 2025 business journey, the wins we celebrated, the losses that nearly broke me, and the leadership shifts that changed everything. This year wasn’t just another chapter; it was a true test of resilience, vision, and the willingness to own every mistake along the way. From massive financial obligations and losing key team members to building b...

Today I go over our first Level 10 meeting and why I waited way too long to implement this game-changing system in my business. If you're a business owner struggling with direction, wanting things perfect before taking action, or questioning your leadership strength, this episode is exactly what you need to hear. I'm sharing the real story of how we hit $5 million in sales by throwing mud at the w...

In this raw episode of Grow By Design, I dive deep into the real meaning of passion and why suffering is absolutely required for business success. Recording from our Naples location, I break down the one correlation I've found between all my biggest wins - passion drove everything. I share insights from Cameron Haynes' book "Undeniable" about how the Latin roots of passion literally mean "to suffe...